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Overview
This page will help students of any and all majors think about their pathways through mathematics coursework at U-M, especially focusing on their first math course.
Though perhaps still foggy, you probably have some vision of what your future looks like. The goal of this page (and a meeting with a math advisor) is to identify pathways through mathematics coursework at the University of Michigan that will help deliver you to that imagined future. In addition to reflecting on and understanding your goals and dreams, you need information about
- available courses,
- necessary prerequisites,
- pathways for eliciting extra support should you need it,
- and the tradeoffs between each available option.
This guide, and the help of an advisor, will empower you to make the best decision for yourself.
Note: The University of Michigan's Statistics Department is separate from the Math Department, so this page will not discuss statistics courses. Learn more about the Statistics Department on their website here.
Decision Process
a) Reflection on goals and motivation.
b) Meet with a general advisor.
c) Understand your test scores or transfer credit.
a) Read about courses on this page.
b) Read through scenarios on this page.
a) Meet with a math advisor.
b) Make a decision that's best for you.
a) Understand options available if your selected course is not a good fit.
b) Know about strategies for success and supports available in your selected math course.
c) Know how to choose your second math course at U-M.
Meet with an Advisor
All incoming students—regardless of intended major—have the opportunity to meet with a math advisor to help them choose their first math course at UM! These meetings are to help you understand:
- Our variety of math course offerings;
- How math courses might help you meet your particular goals;
- How to gauge your preparation for different math classes.
